For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 833 students in 33805, FL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 33805, FL are Lakeland Montessori Middle School and Rochelle School Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33805 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33805, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33805, FL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakeland Montessori Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1124 N. Lake Parker Ave
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-0003
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-0003
Grades: 6-8
| 30 students
Rank: #22.
Rochelle School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1501 Martin L King Jr Ave
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2810
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2810
Grades: PK-8
| 803 students
33805, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
A.c.e. Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
710 East Bella Vista St
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 686-3189
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 686-3189
Grades: PK
| 18 students
Live Oaks Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2510 N Florida Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 686-3010
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 686-3010
Grades: 7-12
| 59 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 33805, FL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 33805, FL include Lakeland Montessori Middle School and Rochelle School Of The Arts.
How many public middle schools are located in 33805?
2 public middle schools are located in 33805.
What is the racial composition of students in 33805?
33805 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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